A new book from retired journalist Tom Clarke pulls together some of the lesser-known stories of New Zealand's past. It has its roots in a service he provided to New Zealand radio stations in the early 80s, called Today in History New Zealand.
The well-researched book includes some gems, including the tale of the survivors of the wrecked General Grant, who spent 18 months on sub-Antarctic Islands waiting for rescue. There's the burlesque dancers who horsewhipped a newspaper editor who impugned their character and the unrealised plans for a 2-week service by airship between England and New Zealand.
Tom joins Kathryn to talk about Our Untold Stories: Extraordinary Tales from New Zealand's Past and why he thinks it's important such history isn't forgotten.
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